Travel Guides

Petrin Hill

Petrin is a hill in the centre of Prague, perfectly located to
offer all-round stunning views of the picturesque city. The hill
rises 427 feet (130m) above the Vltava River and is almost entirely
covered by recreational areas and parks. Petrin Hill offers many
attractions for children and adults on holiday in Prague. To start,
the funicular ride up the hill is fun for kids, and when they get
there, a climb up the miniature TV tower is also exciting. The
tower is a small version of Paris's Eiffel Tower, called the Petrin
Observation Tower, and although it may not sound tall at 197 feet
(60 metres) it is a vantage point from which to see the whole of
Prague. With breath-taking views, it is well worth the climb of 299
steps and on a clear day it is possible to see Snezka, the highest
peak in the Czech Republic. Kids love finding each other in the
bludištì (mirror maze) hall, and
pony rides on the hill are also a popular activity. The observatory
is a fascinating attraction for older kids.

The parks are also just wonderful for a bit of time outdoors,
away from the imposing buildings of the city which can get a bit
daunting, especially in the crowded tourist season. Head to the
hill for a walk or a run in beautiful surroundings, and take the
children with, if you're travelling in Prague with kids, so that
they can blow off some steam with all the fun activities and fresh
air. There are even some impressive rose gardens to meander
through.

Address: Lesser Town, Prague 1

Transport: Walk along a wooded path or take the funicular from Újezd Street.